Overview
Early Years Practitioner - Greswold Primary School, Solihull
Greswold Greyhounds is the school\'s wraparound childcare setting. We are looking for a vibrant and hard‑working Early Years Practitioner to work with our youngest children in this provision.
The role is offered on a fixed term contract until 20 July 2026 and paid on Band B – £24,796 – £25,583 pro rata. Actual salary (based on Nov – July) circa £7,800. The role is 32.5 hours per week, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm with a 30‑minute unpaid lunch break, term time only. Extra hours in our before & after‑school club and holiday club may be available.
The post includes working daily with our children, planning, setting up and providing opportunities for learning and play. Due to the age of the children, the applicant must be willing and able to participate in personal care. The successful applicant will be confident and friendly when communicating with children, colleagues and parents.
If you are qualified to Level 3 in Childcare or above and have experience of this age group, we would like to hear from you.
Please see attached person and job specification.
For informal enquiries or further information on the role please contact Abby Hall on 0121 703 2800 or greyhounds@greswold.solihull.sch.uk.
All application forms must be returned to the school postal address or by email jobs@greswold.solihull.sch.uk. Please note we do not accept CVs. Closing date: 12 pm on Thursday 9 October 2025. We are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants.
Greswold Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. A DBS check will be requested on appointment. Solihull Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable groups.
Attachments
Application Form
Job Description & Person Specification
DBS guidance notes for applicants
Responsibilities
* Work daily with children in the wraparound provision.
* Plan, set up and provide learning and play opportunities.
* Participate in providing personal care where required by the children.
* Communicate effectively with children, colleagues and parents.
Qualifications
* Level 3 in Childcare or above.
* Experience with the relevant age group.
Employment details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Education and Training
* Industry: Human Resources Services
Other information: We do not accept CVs. DBS checks will be carried out on appointment. This post is term time only with potential for extra hours in before/after school and holiday clubs.
Note: This description has been reformatted to remove non-essential board content. It retains all core information about responsibilities, qualifications, and application details.
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